CWS Marks Juneteenth, A Celebration and a Pledge for Equity to Black Americans

19 Jun 2024

Washington, DC—This Wednesday, Church World Service will join with the rest of the nation in celebration of Juneteenth, the commemoration of the 1865 liberation of enslaved African-Americans in Galveston Bay. This holiday—celebrated by the African-American community for over 150 years and was established as a federal holiday in 2021. On this day, we remember the millions of precious lives liberated ... Read More
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